Every month, some of the largest and most niche organizations in the world hold their conferences, gatherings, and celebrations at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando.
Here are some of the exciting events happening at the OCCC in January 2025.
Bandai Cards Game Fest
Sat., Jan. 4 – Sun., Jan. 5
The Bandai Card Games Fest is a massive event that brings together fans of the games, including the popular Dragon Ball Super Card Game and Digimon Card Game. The event features tournaments, product releases, exclusive merchandise, and opportunities to meet other enthusiasts.
ASI Show 2025
Sun., Jan. 5 – Mon., Jan. 6
This major trade show for the promotional products industry, hosted by Advertising Specialty Institute, will kick off the year by bringing together suppliers, distributors, and end users to showcase and source gear like branded apparel, tech gadgets, drinkware, stationary and more. It’s a wonderful opportunity to network, learn new marketing and sales skills, and make valuable business connections.
Florida Fire & EMS Conference
Mon., Jan. 6 – Fri., Jan. 10
Formerly known as the Fire-Rescue EAST, this is the largest fire and rescue conference and tradeshow in the southeast United States. Attendees can immerse themselves in hands-on fireground training, keynote speakers, lectures, workshops, networking opportunities, and even prep course and certification opportunities.
SURF Expo
Wed., Jan. 8 – Fri., Jan. 10
Wave riders and fans alike, this one’s for you. The Surf Expo is a massive tradeshow showcasing the latest products and trends in watersports and coastal life industries, from surfboards and wetsuits to swimwear and accessories. Plus, the expo will feature events like fashion shows, learning labs, industry parties, award ceremonies, and more.
Florida United Numismatists (FUN) Annual Convention
Thurs., Jan. 9 – Sun., Jan. 12
The FUN Convention is returning for its 70th year with the theme “Great Time for Collecting.” This a major event for numismatists, or people who study and collect coins, banknotes, and other forms of money, provides collectors the opportunity to meet each other, explore the latest numismatic offerings, learn from educational demonstrations, and participate in a coin show exhibition judge certification class.
ACA Conference
Fri., Jan. 10 – Tues., Jan. 14
The American Correctional Association (ACA) Winter Conference 2025 is a big event for corrections professionals, providing opportunities for education, networking, and professional development. Attendees will get to learn the latest trends and best practices in corrections, connect with colleagues from around the world, and explore the latest products and services from correctional vendors.
FETC Conference
Wed., Jan. 15 – Fri., Jan. 17
If you’re looking for a one-stop shop for all things edtech, the Future of Education Technology Conference is it. Educators, tech leaders, and related companies can learn and share about new educational technologies through keynote speakers, workshops, and an expo where companies can showcase their products.
PGA Show
Tues., Jan. 21 – Fri., Jan. 24
Tee off into the future of golf! The PGA Show is the world’s largest gathering for golf industry professionals. It features over 1,000 brands showcasing the latest products and innovations. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn from insightful seminars and delight in networking opportunities.
VMX Conference
Sat., Jan. 25 – Wed., Jan. 29
Festival of the HeARTS is the theme for the Veterinary Medical Expo in 2025, celebrating the emotion, art, and person behind the science of veterinary care. The conference will offer hundreds of hours of continued education and program tracks for veterinary professionals as well as opportunities to learn about new industry-related products, services, and equipment.
Commercial Space Week
Tues., Jan. 28 – Thurs., Jan. 30
Blast off into the future at the Commercial Space Week Expo. This premier event will feature over 200 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in space technology, such as satellites, launch vehicles, space tourism, and in-orbit manufacturing. There will be opportunities to connect with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge products, and learn more about the future of space exploration.
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